Bill Data

What is House Bill H.R. 3123?

This bill would provide expedited restoration of federal disability and health benefits to mentally ill offenders after they are released from state or federal prison. At present it takes an average of 93 days for mentally ill offenders to have their benefits restored. SSI benefits terminate after 12 consecutive months of incarceration.

Impact

The bill impacts incarcerated populations that have been diagnosed with a mental disorder, and who receive federal disability and health benefits.

Cost of House Bill H.R. 3123

A CBO cost is currently unavailable.

More Information

Of Note:

-According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, nearly
15 percent of men and 31 percent of women in jails have serious
mental illnesses, with female inmates having higher rates of
mental health problems than male inmates. 73% of females in states reported metal health issues, compared to 55% of males.

AKA

Recidivism Reduction Act

Official Title

To ensure prompt access to Supplemental Security Income, Social Security disability, and Medicaid benefits for persons released from certain public institutions.

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